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Philips VRZ344AT Owner's Manual

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VRZ364/VRZ344
4/7/99 8:10 PM
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Video Cassette Recorder
VRZ344AT
VRZ364AT
Owner's Manual
Important!
Return your Warranty Registration
Card within 10 days. See why inside.

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  • Page 1 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 1 Video Cassette Recorder VRZ344AT VRZ364AT Owner’s Manual Important! Return your Warranty Registration Card within 10 days. See why inside.
  • Page 2 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. Once your PHILIPS MAGNAVOX purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a PHILIPS MAGNAVOX product. So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    This product has a 19 micron head which provides a better picture when you view tapes recorded in slow speed (SLP). Philips Consumer Electronics Company recommends that you use only video cas- sette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in two, four, six, and eight...
  • Page 4 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 4 4 Table of Contents...

  • Page 5: Before Using Your Vcr

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 5 Removing the Plastic Cover from the Front Panel A thin, plastic cover may protect the front panel of your VCR. Before using the VCR, lift a corner of the plastic, then peel it off. Putting Batteries in the Remote Control To open the battery compartment, push in the tab, then pull up the lid.

  • Page 6: Hookups Without A Cable Box

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 6 6 Hookups Without a Cable Box The basic VCR/TV connection – antenna/cable to VCR to TV – is shown below. If you have a Cable Box or a Direct Broadcast System, please refer to pages 8 - 9. After you hook up the VCR, please go to page 10 to turn on the VCR.
  • Page 7 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 7 Connect the RF coaxial cable (supplied) to the RF OUT Jack on the back of the VCR and to the ANTENNA IN Jack on the TV. (You may use either a snap-on type or screw-on type of coaxial cable, whichever you prefer. A snap-on type is sup- plied.) Antenna or Cable...

  • Page 8: Hookups With A Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 8 8 Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System There are two ways to connect your Cable Box/DBS to the VCR. With this connection: • You may view any channel. • You must select channels at the Cable Box/DBS. Channels cannot be changed at the VCR. •...

  • Page 9: Helpful Hint

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 9 Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System (cont’d) 9 With this connection: • You may watch one channel while recording another. • You may not record scrambled channels. ANT.IN AUDIO RF OUT VIDEO CH3 CH4 Cable signal RF coaxial cable Connections...

  • Page 10: Turning On Your Vcr

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 10 10 Turning on Your VCR Before turning on your VCR, make sure there are batteries in the remote control and the VCR, TV, and Cable Box/DBS (if applica- ble) are connected and plugged in. Press the VCR button, then press the POWER button.

  • Page 11: Automatic Channel Setup

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 11 Although your VCR may automatically memorize the channels you receive when you turn it on for the first time, this function lets you set up channels again. Make each entry within one minute of the previous entry.

  • Page 12: Adding/Deleting Channels

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 12 12 Automatic Channel Setup (cont’d) Adding/Deleting Channels Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP TO END PUSH EXIT Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select TUNER SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button.

  • Page 13: Setting The Clock

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 13 There are four ways to set the VCR’s clock: Manually, with Time Zone Selection, with Manual PBS Channel Selection, or with Automatic PBS Channel Selection. Cable Box/DBS users must set the clock manually. Before you set the clock, make sure: •...
  • Page 14 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 14 14 Setting the Clock (cont’d) Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button repeatedly to set the TIME. Every time you press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button, the time changes in one minute increments. If you press and hold the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button, the time changes in 30 minute increments.

  • Page 15: Time Zone Selection

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 15 Time Zone Selection Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A CLOCK LANGUAGE...

  • Page 16: Manual Pbs Channel Selection

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 16 16 Setting the Clock (cont’d) Manual PBS Channel Selection Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select CLOCK, then press the FF :/OK button.
  • Page 17 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 17 Automatic PBS Channel Selection Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select CLOCK, then press the FF :/OK button.
  • Page 18 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 18 18 Daylight-Saving Time Follow the steps below to program the VCR so its clock will auto- matically move forward one hour in April and turn back one hour in October. Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button.

  • Page 19: Language Selection

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 19 Follow the steps below to change the language of the on-screen displays. Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP TO END PUSH EXIT Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the FF :/OK button.

  • Page 20: Remote Control Buttons

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 20 20 Remote Control Buttons TV Button Press this button before pressing other TV operation buttons. CBL/DBS Button Press this button before pressing Cable box/DBS operation buttons. VCR/TV Button Press to select the signal that your TV receives.
  • Page 21 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 21 SPEED Button Press to select the recording speed (SP or SLP). Details are on pages 38 and 52. STILL/SLOW – /+ Buttons During slow motion tape playback, press to adjust the playback speed. Details are on page 49. MENU Button Press to access the main VCR menu.

  • Page 22: Display Panel

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 22 22 Display Panel VCR Display Panel Information about VCR operations appears here. Different information appears at differ- ent times. The display is brighter when the VCR power is on. The display dims automati- cally when you turn off the VCR power. Cassette Compartment Insert a tape here.

  • Page 23: Front Panel

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 23 REC(ord)/OTR Button Press once to record. Details are on page 30. Press repeatedly to start a One-Touch Recording. Details are on page 31. -/OK Button During menu operation press to settle the settings or to go to the next step.
  • Page 24 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 24 24 Front Panel (cont’d) FF (Fast Forward) Button When tape playback is stopped, press to fast forward the tape at high speed. During tape playback, press to fast forward the tape while the picture stays on-screen. Details are on page 49. PLAY Button Press to play a tape.

  • Page 25: Rear Panel

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 25 ANT(enna) IN Jack Connect your antenna or cable here. Details are on pages 6 - 9. AUDIO OUT Jacks Connect cables going to the AUDIO IN jacks of a camcorder, anoth- er VCR, or an audio source here. Details are on pages 42 and 45. The VRZ364 is shown here.

  • Page 26: On-Screen Status Displays

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 26 26 On-Screen Status Displays An on-screen status display, which includes the current time, channel, and other information (see illustration of the status dis- play at right), will appear when you press the EXIT/STATUS but- ton or certain function buttons.

  • Page 27: Setting The Remote Control To Operate A Tv

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  • Page 28: Setting The Remote Control To Operate A Cable Box/Dbs

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 28 28 Setting the Remote Control to Operate a Cable Box/DBS Your VCR remote control may operate your Cable Box/DBS. Follow these steps to set the remote control code. Point the remote control at your Cable Box/DBS. Press the CBL/DBS button, then press the POWER button.
  • Page 29 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 29 Read and follow the steps below to play a tape. Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR is set to. Insert a tape in the VCR.
  • Page 30 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 30 30 Recording Read and follow the steps below to record a television program. Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR is set to. Insert a tape with its record tab intact (details are on page 5) in the VCR.

  • Page 31: One Touch Recording

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 31 The One-Touch Recording (OTR) function allows you to start an immediate timed recording 30 minutes to nine hours long of the channel you are watching. Before you begin, make sure: • Channels are set up. Details are on pages 11 - 12. •...

  • Page 32: Recording One Channel/Watching Another

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 32 32 Recording One Channel/Watching Another Press the VCR button. Press the REC(ord)/OTR button to start a recording. Details are on page 30. Press the VCR/TV button to put the VCR in TV position. The VCR light will disappear from the display panel. Use the TV remote control to select the channel you want to watch.

  • Page 33: Setting Up The Vcr Plus+ Programming System

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 33 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System 33 First, fill in the boxes on this page. It will only take a few minutes, and you must do it if you want the VCR Plus+ programming system to work properly. Since the channel numbers of the stations you receive may not be the same as the station numbers, and since channel numbers differ from area to area, you must program the VCR with your local channel infor- mation.
  • Page 34 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 34 34 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System (cont’d) Now, compare the channel numbers you have written into the VCR PLUS+ CH. and CABLE/TV CH. columns. You’ll notice that some stations have VCR Plus+ and Cable/TV channel numbers that are the same, and other stations have channel numbers that do not match.

  • Page 35: Timer Recording With The Vcr Plus+ Programming System

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 35 Timer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System 35 Follow the steps below to program a timer recording using PlusCode programming numbers. Before you begin make sure: • Channels are set up. Details are on pages 11 - 12. •...
  • Page 36 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:10 PM Page 36 36 Timer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System (cont’d) Press the FF :/OK button. If the VCR PLUS+ and CABLE/TV channel lists appear on screen, the CABLE/TV channel has not been set for the VCR PLUS+ channel of the program you have set in step 4.

  • Page 37: Quick Programming

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 37 Follow the steps below to program your VCR to record TV pro- grams while you’re away from home. The VCR will turn itself on, record, and turn itself off automatically. Before you begin make sure: •...
  • Page 38 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 38 38 Quick Programming (cont’d) Press the Number 1/START + or Number 4/START– but- ton to set the recording’s start time. Every time you press a button, the start time changes in one-minute increments. If you press and hold a button, the start time changes in 30-minute increments.
  • Page 39 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 39 Press the Number 3/DATE+ or Number 6/DATE– button to set the recording date. Every time you press a button, the date changes in one-day increments. If you press and hold a but- ton, the date changes quickly. The day of the week will appear automatically.
  • Page 40 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 40 40 Quick Programming (cont’d) Checking, Editing, or Clearing Timer Recordings Press the VCR button, then press the TIMER button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR PLUS+ QUICK PROGRAMMING PROGRAM REVIEW TO END PUSH EXIT Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select PRO- GRAM REVIEW, then press the FF :/OK button.

  • Page 41: Timer Recording Speed Setting

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 41 If a program is recorded in SP and there is not enough tape to record the entire program, the VCR automatically switches to SLP to allow complete recording if TIMER REC SPEED is set to AUTO.

  • Page 42: Rerecording (Tape Duplication)

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 42 42 Rerecording (Tape Duplication) The instructions on this page show you how to copy tapes. The illustration uses two VRZ364 VCRs. Different VCRs may operate differently. To duplicate a tape, make the connections shown, then follow steps 1 - 6.

  • Page 43: Index Search

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 43 When you make a recording, the VCR automatically places an index code at the beginning of the recording. Essentially, an index code is a type of “bookmark” for your tape. This feature is useful if you have several different programs recorded on a single tape.
  • Page 44 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 44 44 Multi-Channel Television Sound System (VRZ364 only) Your VCR can receive and record programs broadcast in stereo or second audio. It can also play back tapes recorded in stereo or second audio. • Second Audio You can program your VCR so that you can hear a program that is being broadcast in second audio or a tape that was recorded in second audio.
  • Page 45 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 45 Multi-Channel Television Sound System (VRZ364 only) (cont’d) 45 To receive and record programs broadcast in second audio, follow steps 1 - 6. To receive and record a program broadcast in stereo, make one of the connections shown, then follow steps 1 - 6. If you have a Stereo and a Monitor TV, use a video cable to connect the VCR’s VIDEO OUT Jack to the TV’s VIDEO...
  • Page 46 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 46 46 Hi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback (VRZ364 only) If a tape is recorded in Hi-Fi stereo, follow the steps below to play the tape in Hi-Fi stereo. Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR SET UP...

  • Page 47: Video Stabilizer

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 47 You can correct vertical vibration when playing back tapes record- ed in SLP speed. When VIDEO STABILIZER is set to ON, vertical vibration will be corrected automatically. VIDEO STABILIZER is set to OFF when you receive the VCR. Follow the steps below to set VIDEO STABILIZER to ON.

  • Page 48: Incredible Picture

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 48 48 Incredible Picture You can make the picture sharper or enhance a picture when playing back tapes recorded in SLP speed. PICTURE is set to NORMAL when you receive the VCR. Follow the steps below to set PICTURE to INCREDIBLE or ENHANCER.

  • Page 49: Playback Options

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 49 Forward and Reverse Searching During tape playback, press and release the FF :/OK but- ton or the REW(ind) ; button. A fast forward or reverse pic- ture search will begin. To return to playback, press the PLAY 8 button. Viewing a Still Picture During tape playback, press the STILL/SLOW button.
  • Page 50 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 50 50 Playback Options (cont’d) Viewing Pictures in Slow to Fast Motion First, press the JOG/SHTL (shuttle) button while in the Play or Still mode. The JOG/SHUTTLE button will light. Next, turn the outer ring (the Shuttle ring) in either direction.

  • Page 51: Automatic Operation Features

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 51 Automatic Playback When you put a tape in the VCR, the power will come on auto- matically. If the tape’s record tab is missing, playback will begin. Automatic Rewind When a tape is played, fast forwarded, or recorded to its end, the VCR will rewind the tape to the beginning, then stop.
  • Page 52 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 52 52 Glossary AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks located on the front and back of the VCR which are used to record audio from another source (IN) or to send audio to another source (OUT). The VRZ344 has single AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks on the front and back of the VCR.

  • Page 53: Specifications

    VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 53 Specifications 53 Video Heads Four heads (VRZ344) Four heads with Hi-Fi stereo (VRZ364) Video Signal EIA standards; NTSC color Antenna VHF/UHF – 75 ohm external antenna terminal VHF Output Signal Channel 3 or 4 (switchable) 75 ohms unbalanced Power Requirement 120V AC;...
  • Page 54 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 54 54 Helpful Hints If you are having problems with your VCR, check the following list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service. You may be able to solve the problem yourself. If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call.
  • Page 55 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 55 Tape can’t be removed. • Make sure the power plug is completely connected to an AC (alternating current) outlet. The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCR is in Stop mode. • To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism enables the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play mode in one second.

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    Consumer Electronics Company. In countries where Philips Consumer Electronics Company does not dis- tribute the product, the local Philips service organiza- Philips Service Solutions Group, P.O. Box 555, Jefferson City, Tennessee 37760, VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER tion will attempt to provide service (although there may be a delay if the appropriate spare parts and technical manual(s) are not readily available).
  • Page 57 VRZ364/VRZ344 4/7/99 8:11 PM Page 57 ac power cord accessories ant(enna) in jack 6 - 9, 25 audio in/out jacks 23, 25, 42, 45, 52 audio/mute button automatic playback rewind batteries cable box code connections 8 - 9 output channel 8 - 9, 52 cable/tv channels 33 - 34...
  • Page 58 Two “AA” Batteries 4835 138 17012 RF Coaxial Cable 4835 321 27302 If any of these items are not included, or if you need to replace an item, contact Philips Service Solutions Group at the address below. Philips Service Solutions Group P.O.

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